In this episode, I am joined by Shahed Khan, co-founder of Loom, as we explore innovative startup ideas, and his frameworks for finding and building startups Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:50 Startup Idea 1: The Modern Travel Guide 19:25 Startup Idea 2: The anti-social social network 34:06 Startup Idea 3: Time Capsules of Shared Memories 1) The Anti-TripAdvisor Traveler Problem: Millennials & Gen Z hate cookie-cutter travel experiences Solution: TikTok-inspired travel app with curated, l...
Nov 25, 2024•42 min•Ep 177•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I am joined by Michael Girdley, Chairman and CEO of Girdley Enterprises, as we discuss how to build a HoldCo. Michael shares his frameworks and best practices for structuring HoldCo’s. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:25 What is HoldCo 07:22 Types of HoldCo 09:45 Why go HoldCo 12:56 Types of HoldCo Pt 2 15:27 Frameworks for structuring your HoldCo 19:16 7 steps of starting a HoldCo 23:47 Why HoldCo’s are awesome 36:12 HoldCo’s are antifragile 43:16 Make sure HoldCo’s are right...
Nov 20, 2024•48 min•Ep 176•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I am joined by Arvid Kahl, CEO and Founder of Podscan, as we explore a wide range of AI startup ideas and business opportunities Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:09 Startup Idea 1: AI Co-Founder 21:07 Startup Idea 2: Silent Refactoring as a Service 37:00 Startup Idea 3: Niche-specific AI-powered content curation 1) AI Co-Founder: Your 24/7 virtual partner with ZERO equity • Trains on your business data • Handles marketing, sales, strategy • Interacts with other AI agents for f...
Nov 18, 2024•50 min•Ep 175•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Joseph Choi, Founder of Viral App Founders Community, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for finding and building profitable Consumer Apps. Learn his step-by-step formula to building and growth hacking apps. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:01 Ecom Marketing Strategies applied to Consumer Apps 11:07 TikTok Shop Affiliate Center = goldmine for app ideas 22:16 Profitable Niches that are Underserved 33:26 Influencer Marketing 2.0 40:58 Capitalize on internet "cults...
Nov 13, 2024•50 min•Ep 174•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for an engaging conversation with John Coogan, Entrepreneur in Residence at Founders Fund, as we explore a wide range of moonshot ideas from Cybersecurity to moon Colonization to humanoid military robots Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:57 Startup Idea 1: Cybersecurity for AI companies 11:37 Startup Idea 2: Moon-focused space startup 21:33 Startup Idea 3: Kid-friendly smartphone alternative 36:02 Startup Idea 4: Humanoid military robots 1) Cybersecurity for AI companies • AI models = n...
Nov 11, 2024•48 min•Ep 173•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Blake Anderson, Co-Founder of Apex, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for building and scaling viral AI Apps. Learn his step-by-step formula creating viral apps. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:59 Why build AI Apps 04:58 Startup Idea 1: Career AI 08:19 Blake's framework for building Viral AI Apps 10:38 Finding influencers 13:23 Product Development 17:25 Startup Idea 2: Journal AI 24:01 Paywalls and Payment Strategy 29:03 Startup Idea 3: Language AI 24:01 How t...
Nov 06, 2024•39 min•Ep 172•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-Founder and CEO of Swell AI, as we explore a wide range of AI startup ideas and business opportunities Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:46 Startup Idea 1: AI-Generated UGC Ads 16:10 Startup Idea 2: AI Infographic Generator 21:14 Startup Idea 3: AI Journaling App 30:10 Startup Idea 4: Novel DTC products 36:39 Startup Idea 5: Creator Business Model 2.0 44:13 Startup Idea 6: AI Receptionist 1) AI-Generated UGC Ads • Use AI avatars + scr...
Nov 04, 2024•50 min•Ep 171•Transcript available on Metacast I’m joined by Jordan Mix, Operating Partner at Late Checkout, to discuss how to build swipe files and how to remix successful strategies. Jordan breaks down why these marketing funnels work and the anatomy of a successful funnel. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:27 Why build Swipe Files 04:00 Example 1: Tweets 08:40 Example 2: DTC Product 12:10 Example 3: Thumbnails 14:47 Example 4: Landing Page 18:46 The Anatomy of a Funnel 22:22 Example 5: Email Followup 26:13 Example 6: Digital Lead Magnet ...
Oct 30, 2024•36 min•Ep 170•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we dive deep into how to build million dollar sales funnels. Jonathan shares his strategies and frameworks for creating sales funnels that will 10x your conversion rate Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:04 Sales Funnels explained (Websites vs Funnels) 15:53 Ugly funnels convert better! 17:52 The magic formula and example 1 25:28 What businesses should use funnels 34:11 Example 1 continued 44:58 Pixeling + retargeti...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep 169•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Sarah Lacy, Co-Founder of The Best Book Store , as we discuss a variety of EdTech startup ideas. Sarah also shares her the lessons she learned from studying Mark Zuckerberg and her advice for networking and storytelling Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:46 Startup Idea 1: Pre-MBA Entrepreneurship Program for Tween Girls 23:53 Networking and Storytelling as Key Skills 31:13 Lessons Learned from Mark Zuckerberg 36:33 Startup Idea 2: AI-Powered Author Coaching Bots 1) Startu...
Oct 23, 2024•56 min•Ep 168•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with John Rush, a serial entrepreneur, as we dive deep into how to build and scale directories. John shares his strategies and frameworks to for how to use AI and SEO to build and scale cash flowing directories. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:12 Why directories 02:59 How to find directory ideas 08:43 Building your directory 19:47 Promoting your new directory: 23:27 SEO for Directory 29:53 Data/Content for Directory 34:25 How to monetize Directory 42:29 What are the multiple...
Oct 21, 2024•51 min•Ep 167•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Anu Atluru, startup builder, angel investor, and writer, as we dive deep into how to build and scale premium dating apps, and Anu shares her thoughts on how to leverage status to position and growth hack your startup. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:27 Startup Idea 1: Premium Dating App for Niche Markets 20:51 Startup Idea 2: AI Girlfriends/Boyfriends for Niche Demographics 27:23 Startup Idea 3: "Riz-maxing" app 30:55 Startup Idea 4: Report cards for life 35:15 Pricing ...
Oct 16, 2024•46 min•Ep 166•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Andrew Wilkinson, Co-Founder of Tiny, as we explore innovative startup ideas, and his frameworks for finding and building startups Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:55 Startup Idea 1: Robot Lawn-mowing Service/Directory 17:54 Startup Idea 2: CPAP alternatives for Sleep Apnea 26:24 Startup Idea 3: Computer Vision for Small Biz 32:03 Startup Idea 4: Negotiating as a Service 36:48 Startup Idea 5: Sperm Freezing Made Easy 42:50 Startup Idea 6: Community Building as a Service 1) Robot ...
Oct 14, 2024•54 min•Ep 165•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Romain Torres, Co-Founder of Arcads AI, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for finding and building profitable AI Apps. Learn his step-by-step formula to building and growth hacking apps. Episode Timestamps 0:00 Intro 00:49 Introduction to AI Apps and User Acquisition 10:38 Product-Led Growth 13:30 ASO (Apple Search Optimization) 21:13 Organic Social Growth Hacks 33:51 Paid Ads Strategy 40:30 Creating Ads at Scale with AI Tools 1) Three main strategies to grow mob...
Oct 09, 2024•48 min•Ep 164•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Samir Chaudry, Co-Founder of Colin and Samir, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of content creation, technology, and the future of media. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:20 AR glasses 10:46 The future of Content in an attention economy 15:15 Samir’s Youtube and content strategy 21:50 Content Formats 29:56 Why it’s hard to standout on Youtube 33:58 Samir’s thoughts on Monetization 45:20 VR vs. AR 50:35 Creators should build software 56:58 Advice from Tim Ferris 1) AR glas...
Oct 07, 2024•58 min•Ep 163•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we dive deep into my process for naming my startups and businesses. I share my 4-step guide for coming up with memorable names for startups and how you can apply these principles to come up with your own scroll stopping name. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:09 types of names 01:53 Naming Strategy 1: Descriptive 03:11 Naming Strategy 2: Phrases 05:39 Naming Strategy 3: Funny 08:17 Bad Name Examples 12:19 Good Name Examples 16:53 Tofu Name Examples 18:10 Hack your way to a novel name 2...
Oct 02, 2024•25 min•Ep 162•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Chris Josephs, Co-Founder of Autopilot, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for growth hacking startups. Learn his step-by-step formula to building and converting attention, affinity, and authority into brand loyalty and startup growth. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:20 Chris’s Viral Formula Overview 08:13 Step 1: Build Niche Meme account with Authority 14:36 Step 2: Find Creative ways to build loyalty and vitality 19:18 Step 3: Getting free press 23:54 UFC Sponsorship...
Sep 30, 2024•55 min•Ep 161•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Luke Sophinos, Founder & CEO of CourseKey, as we discuss the frameworks and strategies for building a successful vertical SaaS business. Learn how to find, validate, and launch SaaS opportunities! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:51 Why Vertical SaaS? 05:46 How to pick your vertical 11:05 Understand the industry inside-out 19:11 Analyze existing solutions 22:02 Automating the ideation and validation process with AI 35:04 Go-to-market strategy is CRITICAL 40:19 The power of t...
Sep 25, 2024•55 min•Ep 160•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I chat with Nick Huber, a serial entrepreneur and real estate investor, as we dive into the art of going viral on social media. Nick reveals his proven formula for creating engaging content that’s reached millions and helped him grow a massive following. If you're looking to boost your social media game and learn strategies that truly work, this episode is packed with actionable insights! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:36 The mindset 02:39 The structure of a viral tweet / Example 1 08:42 ...
Sep 23, 2024•25 min•Ep 159•Transcript available on Metacast My notes on mr beast's LEAKED 36 page leaked "how to succeed in mr. beast production" document Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:12 Initial Thoughts 02:38 Clarity of the Goal 03:27 YouTube is eating all media: 04:27 A, B, C player framework 05:15 How to go viral 08:21 Why isn’t MrBeast building the Y-Combinator of Creators? 09:12 He defines his own language. ie: lull, reengagement 11:26 Startup Idea 1: Audience and Engagement Insights Software for YT 12:32 Obsession is a prerequisite 13:13 Bias for Act...
Sep 20, 2024•34 min•Ep 158•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I sit down with Oren John, the internet's creative director who's worked with major brands like Red Bull, Ciroc, Grey Goose, and YRB. Together, we explore the game-changing potential of TikTok Shop and how creators are using the platform to build thriving businesses. Oren shares his expert insights on the role of luxury, craftsmanship, and storytelling in product design, and how these elements can elevate your brand. If you're curious about using TikTok to grow your business, this con...
Sep 18, 2024•29 min•Ep 157•Transcript available on Metacast I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, as we deep dive on how to set up million dollar sales funnels. 1) Startup Idea 1: Paid Ads Agency • Huge market for one-person ad consulting businesses • Target specific verticals (e.g., hair salons, female info product owners) • Take a cut of revenue instead of charging upfront 2) Facebook ads still crush it (for 40+ demo): • Still effective for 40+ demographics • AJ&Smart spends $80k/month on FB ads • 318% ROI in June ($252k revenue from $80k spend) "Meta a...
Sep 16, 2024•52 min•Ep 156•Transcript available on Metacast I’m joined by Marc Lou, a serial entrepreneur and indie hacker legend, as we explore innovative startup ideas, and his frameworks for content marketing, gamification, and pricing 1) Sell Digital Products • Create courses/ebooks on what you know • Focus on life-changing hacks (e.g. better sleep) • Use gamma.app for slick lead magnets Pro tip: Share your personal journey, not just advice 2) Document your journey publicly: • Share what you're working on (Twitter, YouTube, etc.) • Creates initial tr...
Sep 11, 2024•42 min•Ep 155•Transcript available on Metacast I’m joined by Jason Fried, Co-founder and CEO of 37signals, as we deep dive on innovative startup ideas, our frameworks to building products people love, and our thoughts on the current software landscape. 1) The "Scratch-off Ad" app idea: • Full-screen ad you scratch off with your finger • Blow into mic to clear "dust" • Chance to win prizes/coupons • Global, once-a-day experience Potential: Massive user base, high engagement 2) "Shower Door Sketch" app concept: • Simulates drawing on steamy sh...
Sep 09, 2024•49 min•Ep 154•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for an engaging conversation with Brian Dean, Co-Founder of Exploding Topics I, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities 1) AI Content Updater for Publishers • Automatically finds & updates outdated content • Fixes broken links, outdated stats, irrelevant info • Integrates with CMS for seamless updates • Target: Large publishers with 1000s of posts • Potential: $1k-$10k/month per enterprise client 2) Uber Black of Meal Delivery • Chef-prepared, high-end ...
Sep 04, 2024•32 min•Ep 153•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-Founder and CEO of Swell AI, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities 1) Canva Agency • Create tutorials on how to use Canva • Build an audience through YouTube • Offer design services to viewers • Hire offshore talent for execution • Monetize through ads, affiliate links, and services • Potential: $80K/month with 80% margins 💰 2) AI-Generated Type Beats • Use AI to create thousands of "type beats" • Uplo...
Sep 02, 2024•48 min•Ep 152•Transcript available on Metacast I’m joined by Adam Robinson who has bootstrapped startups to millions of dollars in revenue, as we deep dive on how we would validate and grow a startup idea. 1) The Yonder Phone Pouch market is exploding • Locks phones away to create "phone-free spaces" • Already in schools, concerts, comedy shows • Huge potential for innovation (charging, remote unlock, etc.) • Adam predicts 98% of middle schools will require in 10 years 2) How to validate & launch a Yondr competitor: • Target affluent cus...
Aug 29, 2024•40 min•Ep 151•Transcript available on Metacast I’m joined by Chris Koerner who owns 8 RV parks + 7 companies, as we jam on 5 ideas he would start tomorrow: 1) Content Management for underserved platforms • Instagram Reels can be cross-posted to Facebook • FB Reels get massive organic reach (100k+ views/hr) • Clickable links allowed in comments (unlike IG) • Opportunity: Build a tool/agency to automate this for creators 2) Programmatic SEO Franchise • Use tools like Zapier, TagParrot, Whalesync to create 1000s of local landing pages • Target ...
Aug 27, 2024•44 min•Ep 150•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we dive deep into uncovering validated startup ideas by leveraging anti-trends on Pinterest and Google Trends. I'll walk you through my workflow, showing you exactly how to use these tools to spot emerging trends, identify key problems and solutions, and find creators and websites thriving in these niches. If you're looking for a fresh approach to finding your next big startup idea, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won't want to miss! 1) What are anti-trends a...
Aug 23, 2024•21 min•Ep 149•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I share 4 SaaS ideas with massive potential. I'll dissect each concept, revealing its market opportunities and possible pitfalls. Plus, learn the exact strategies and frameworks I'd use to grow these innovative software businesses from the ground up. 1) Legal Jargon Simplifier • Chrome extension that demystifies complex legal docs • AI-powered "for dummies" version of Terms of Service • Highlights red flags and unusual clauses • $5/month or $50-75/year for premium features Growt...
Aug 15, 2024•16 min•Ep 148•Transcript available on Metacast 
